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Taller, Slimmer, Younger: 21 Days to a Foam Roller Physique
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There's a new buzzword in the fitness world: fascia. It's the connective tissue that wraps around...
Andy K (10823 KP) rated Revenge of the Creature (1955) in Movies
Sep 22, 2019
I'm seeing some Spielbergisms in these movies so far as it seems like he must've used some ideas or themes when starting out like in Jaws. Once you show the monster, it's hard to put jack back in the box.
Unlike the original film, you see too much of the creature right away to build tension or think of him as menacing. This time around different scientists go back to the lagoon and capture the creature and bring him back to civilization. His new home is a large public aquarium where he instantly becomes the new star attraction. While chained to the tank floor he wows the spectators, defends himself against the nosy scientists and attempts escape. This sequence also felt like the 3rd act of The Lost World where the dinosaurs made it to land and terrorized the suburbs.
He eventually escapes and follows the main scientist and his girlfriend whilst they try and have a romantic time out to sea together. The last half of the film feels like you are watching From Here To Eternity with an occasional creature showing up every once in a while.
The tension just wasn't there in this one. A disappointment,
Unlike the original film, you see too much of the creature right away to build tension or think of him as menacing. This time around different scientists go back to the lagoon and capture the creature and bring him back to civilization. His new home is a large public aquarium where he instantly becomes the new star attraction. While chained to the tank floor he wows the spectators, defends himself against the nosy scientists and attempts escape. This sequence also felt like the 3rd act of The Lost World where the dinosaurs made it to land and terrorized the suburbs.
He eventually escapes and follows the main scientist and his girlfriend whilst they try and have a romantic time out to sea together. The last half of the film feels like you are watching From Here To Eternity with an occasional creature showing up every once in a while.
The tension just wasn't there in this one. A disappointment,
Dean (6927 KP) rated The Last Post in TV
Nov 10, 2017
Great cast (2 more)
Great locations
Some good action scenes at the start
Starts with a bang, ends with a whimper
I saw the trailer for this and it got a good review in the TV guide, so it seemed worth while. The first few episodes were great a good mix of action, drama and tension with some raunchyness thrown in. The 2nd half went down hill rather quickly featuring mainly on a few of the characters and one main storyline. It had great potential but ended up being a bit 50/50.
Hazel (2934 KP) rated The River Is Dark (Liam Dempsey, #1) in Books
Jan 12, 2018
I am embarrassed to say that I have never read anything by Joe Hart before ... well, after this, I won't make the same mistake again and I am so pleased that I took a punt and requested a copy via www.netgalley.com and am grateful that the publisher, Thomas & Mercer, sent me a copy in return for an honest review.
I liked everything about it ... the story, the pace and style of writing, the sense of tension that grows in intensity, the characters, etc, etc ... it was great.
My full review can be found at http://haziegaze.blogspot.co.uk/
I liked everything about it ... the story, the pace and style of writing, the sense of tension that grows in intensity, the characters, etc, etc ... it was great.
My full review can be found at http://haziegaze.blogspot.co.uk/
Sarah (7800 KP) rated The Couple Next Door in Books
Jul 28, 2017
Great read until the ending
I didn't really know anything about this book, having picked it from the Richard & Judy book club list, but I was pleasantly surprised.
It starts off well, lots of tension and suspense and some interesting flawed charscyers. It has you questioning all of the characters motives to figure out "whodunnit". My issue is that this was dragged out for far too long and that by the time you got to the ending, it was all a little too predictable. Good writing though and i would definitely read any more books by Shari Lapena.
It starts off well, lots of tension and suspense and some interesting flawed charscyers. It has you questioning all of the characters motives to figure out "whodunnit". My issue is that this was dragged out for far too long and that by the time you got to the ending, it was all a little too predictable. Good writing though and i would definitely read any more books by Shari Lapena.
Stephen (210 KP) rated Summer of 84 (2018) in Movies
Apr 4, 2019
Thoroughly enjoyed this, it was lovely to relive that 80’s movie vibe. If you enjoy ‘Stranger Things’ then you may enjoy this too, although the storyline is nowhere near as in depth as ‘Stranger Things.’
Well acted, the film takes things slowly but tension soon mounts, and ultimately leads to tragedy, and a very dark ending. I’m pleased the ending wasn’t a cop out, as this makes a refreshing change in this genre of movie.
More thriller than horror, it makes a change to watch something that’s obviously had a lot of thought and passion go into it. Well worth a watch.
Well acted, the film takes things slowly but tension soon mounts, and ultimately leads to tragedy, and a very dark ending. I’m pleased the ending wasn’t a cop out, as this makes a refreshing change in this genre of movie.
More thriller than horror, it makes a change to watch something that’s obviously had a lot of thought and passion go into it. Well worth a watch.
Dean (6927 KP) rated The Ritual (2017) in Movies
Apr 13, 2019 (Updated Apr 15, 2019)
A different Horror trip
I've been wanting to see this for quite a while, so glad it showed up on Netflix and appears to be made by them as well.
It's definitely one that likes to build on tension and how the characters react to their surroundings. More in common with the Descent than Blair Witch for me, which is a good thing. The ending was a bit abrupt but it least it gave some explanation of what was going on. Top marks for being a bit different to most horror films relying on jump scares.
It's definitely one that likes to build on tension and how the characters react to their surroundings. More in common with the Descent than Blair Witch for me, which is a good thing. The ending was a bit abrupt but it least it gave some explanation of what was going on. Top marks for being a bit different to most horror films relying on jump scares.
Kaz (232 KP) rated The Lion King (1994) in Movies
Jun 2, 2019
A Classic Disney Film
From the Golden age of Disney, 'The Lion King' combines beautiful animation, a solid story, humour and also some real tension and emotion. All topped`off with some great songs. That's why this is my favourite Disney film.
Even though there have been some successful remakes of Disney's classic animations, I feel that the new version of this story isn't going to live up to this animation. If it isn't broken, why try and fix it?
If you want film for both children and adults, I definitely recommend this.
Even though there have been some successful remakes of Disney's classic animations, I feel that the new version of this story isn't going to live up to this animation. If it isn't broken, why try and fix it?
If you want film for both children and adults, I definitely recommend this.